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Lynchburg man arrested, linked to two shooting incidents in October, November

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A Lynchburg man has been arrested in connection with a series of shootings and is being held at Blue Ridge Regional Jail with no bond.

Lorenzo Callands, 36, was identified as the suspect in two incidents: one in the 4500 block of Hilltop Drive on Oct. 8 and a second in the 1000 block of Chowan Avenue on Nov. 5.

Based on the evidence gathered during the investigation, a search warrant was obtained for Callands’ residence by the Lynchburg Police Department.

On Nov. 26, investigators executed the search warrant and located three firearms, one of which was reported stolen.

A small quantity of marijuana was also found inside the residence.

Callands was charged with possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and possession of a stolen firearm.

Further charges are pending in connection with the shootings, as the investigation continues.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Officer Harris at (434) 455-6235 or Crime Stoppers at (888) 798-5900.

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Crystal Graham

Crystal Graham

A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, Crystal Graham has worked for 25 years as a reporter and editor for several Virginia publications, written a book, and garnered more than a dozen Virginia Press Association awards for writing and graphic design. She was the co-host of "Viewpoints," a weekly TV news show, and co-host of "Virginia Tonight," a nightly TV news show, both broadcast on PBS. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television. You can reach her at [email protected]

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